SUNRISE, Fla. – Sunrise Sports & Entertainment today announced that R.J. Martino has been named Executive Director of Business Development & Partnership Marketing for SSE, the Florida Panthers and the BB&T Center. Martino has been with the company for nine years, most recently as head of the company’s luxury suite sales and premium seating.

In his new role, Martino will focus on attracting and developing corporate marketing partnerships for SSE and all of its operating entities. Martino will also maintain his key strategic relationships developed through sales of BB&T Center luxury suites, ADT Club, Club RED, and other premium areas.

“During his nine-year tenure R.J. Martino has proven to be one of the best and most successful salespeople in our organization and we are thrilled to give him the chance to bring his talents and skills to our corporate sponsorship area,” said SSE President Michael R. Yormark. “Our corporate partnership area is a major revenue stream for our organization and I’m confident that in this new role R.J. will be able to make significant impact on our business.”

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